Interview With Jolene Parks - Nourishing Your Craving BrainInterview With Jolene Parks - Nourishing Your Craving Brain
Aging Flipped - Breaking The Stigma around ADHD, Aging & Rethinking Alcohol
On today’s episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Jolene Parks. Jolene is a nutritionist, health coach, former Gray Area Drinker, Tedx speaker and founder of Healthy Discoveries.
44:14•9 Aug 2019
Rewiring Cravings: Jolene Parks on Nutrition, Aging, and Sobriety
“The body knows, kind of short term, a glass of wine mimics and feels like a feeling of Gaba and the body's like. But unfortunately it's not quite the right match.”
Ever wondered how what you eat could influence your cravings for alcohol and sugar? In this episode of 'Aging Flipped', host Debi Talbert chats with Jolene Parks, a nutritionist and health coach who specializes in helping high-achieving professionals kick their cravings and reduce anxiety. Jolene shares her journey with gray area drinking and reveals how functional nutrition can support sobriety.
By incorporating amino acids like tryptophan, GABA, and L-glutamine into your diet, you can manage cravings and improve your mental health. The conversation also dives into the effects of flying and altitude on the body, the unique challenges faced by gray area drinkers, and the benefits of somatic practices. Jolene explains how functional medicine can help identify and correct imbalances in the body, offering a holistic approach to health and wellness.
If you're curious about how to nourish your craving brain and rethink your relationship with alcohol, this episode is a must-listen.
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